Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management at Herzing University-Kenosha

Herzing University-Kenosha's IT management program sits in an interesting position: it performs solidly within Wisconsin (60th percentile among state programs) while carrying debt levels significantly below the national average. The $41,837 in median debt translates to a 0.73 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning graduates typically earn enough in their first year to cover about 137% of their loans—a manageable position for a technical degree. With 62% of students receiving Pell grants, this program appears to be serving working-class students reasonably well, delivering earnings that match the Wisconsin median for this field.

The caveat here is national competitiveness. At $57,229 in first-year earnings, this program lands right at the state median but falls slightly below the $58,056 national benchmark. However, the 10% earnings growth to $63,039 by year four suggests graduates gain traction in their careers. Within Wisconsin's limited landscape of five IT management programs, Herzing-Kenosha matches the earnings of its Madison campus and outperforms UW-Oshkosh, though it trails Rasmussen slightly.

For families prioritizing manageable debt over top-tier earnings, this represents a practical path into IT management. The relatively low debt burden (16th percentile nationally means 84% of programs leave students with more debt) makes this less risky than many alternatives, even if the earnings upside isn't spectacular. It's a workable investment for students who need to limit borrowing while entering a stable field.